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#158 of 186 private schools in OR

Damascus Christian School

School

14251 SE RUST WAY, Damascus, OR 97089

Private

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#158 of 186

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Damascus Christian School

5.0/10

School in Damascus · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

Deep Creek - Damascus K-8 School

7.7/10

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Beatrice Morrow Cannady Elementary

8.8/10

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About Damascus Christian School

Damascus Christian School is a private school in Damascus, OR. Damascus Christian School serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Damascus Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 186 private schools in OR.

How it compares1.3 pts below OR schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • OR avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Damascus Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Damascus Christian School compares to the 2 public schools in Damascus, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
This School
vs
18.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
334
This School
vs
483
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
8.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.6% vs 0%
Black 2.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%
Asian 0.9% vs 0%
Damascus Christian School Damascus Public Avg

All Schools in Damascus

School Rating
Damascus Christian School (this school) 5.0
Deep Creek - Damascus K-8 School 7.7
Beatrice Morrow Cannady Elementary 8.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OR.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,002
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 20%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 334
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in OR

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.6%
Black 2.4%
Hispanic 2.4%
Pacific Islander 2.4%
Two or More 2.4%
Asian 0.9%
Native American 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

14251 SE RUST WAY, Damascus, OR 97089

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Damascus Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Beatrice Morrow Cannady Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scouters Mountain Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Happy Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Deep Creek - Damascus K-8 School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Damascus, see our Damascus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Deep Creek - Damascus K-8 School Damascus 1.5 mi 7.7
Beatrice Morrow Cannady Elementary Damascus 1.5 mi 8.8
Verne A Duncan Elementary School Happy Valley 1.8 mi 5.7
Adrienne C. Nelson High School Happy Valley 2.2 mi 2.3
Scouters Mountain Elementary Happy Valley 2.5 mi 8.0
Butler Creek Elementary School Gresham 3.7 mi 6.5
Pleasant Valley Elementary School Gresham 3.5 mi 6.9
Springwater Environmental Sciences School Oregon City 3.7 mi 7.1
Oregon Trail Elementary School Clackamas 2.8 mi 7.3
Naas Elementary School Sandy 3.6 mi 7.5
Boring Middle School Sandy 3.6 mi 6.8
Hollydale Elementary School Gresham 5.1 mi 3.9
Happy Valley Elementary School Happy Valley 3.9 mi 7.7
Happy Valley Middle School Happy Valley 3.9 mi 6.3
HAPPY VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clackamas 3.6 mi —
Hogan Cedars Elementary School Gresham 5.0 mi 4.3
Rock Creek Middle School Clackamas 3.8 mi 5.3
East Gresham Elementary School Gresham 5.3 mi 6.9
Sunnyside Elementary School Clackamas 3.9 mi 4.2
Springwater Trail High School Gresham 5.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97089 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,516

Median Home Value

$616,800

Median Rent

$2,642/mo

Population

14,906

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

92.9%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Damascus Christian School

What grades does Damascus Christian School serve?

Damascus Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Damascus Christian School?

Damascus Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Damascus Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Damascus Christian School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Damascus Christian School rank in OR?

Damascus Christian School ranks #158 of 186 private schools in OR.

What is Damascus Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Damascus Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Damascus Christian School a private school?

Yes, Damascus Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Damascus Christian School a religious school?

Damascus Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
334
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clackamas County
Phone
(503) 668-4100

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